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Critic Consensus: American Crime's intense second season infuses a complicated, topical story with genuine emotion, and patiently allows its narrative arc to develop without sacrificing momentum.
Episodes
Season 2 of this anthology series is set in Indianapolis and explores accusations of sexual assault involving teens at two different high schools, one public and one private. In the premiere, shocking photos of Taylor are posted on social media, and the coach of a championship basketball team learns that two of his players may be responsible.More
Anne calls 911 to get help for Taylor, but it's not easy getting the authorities to pay attention to the alleged crime. Meanwhile, Leslie makes sure the Leyland School is ready for the impending investigation; Terri has an intervention with Kevin; and Eric's truth comes out.More
A news article goes online describing what happened at the captains' party and naming Kevin as a participant in the alleged assault on Taylor. Meanwhile, Anne is forced to defend herself after the item is published; and new evidence is revealed that paints a murkier picture of what really happened on the night in question.More
Evidence found on Taylor's clothing means the team must prepare for DNA testing, which leads to an agonizing revelation for Eric, while Taylor tries to ease back into a normal life at a local public high school.More
Taylor talks to the police about his actions on the night he was allegedly assaulted after Eric is forced to open up about his sexuality. Meanwhile, Anne tries to process the revelation that Taylor is gay; a decision by detectives indicates that a resolution may be near; and Chris worries that a delicate situation could spiral out of control at Marshall High School.More
Leslie defies the school's lawyer and welcomes Eric back to Leyland, but his return is not a cause for celebration among some of his teammates. Meanwhile, Anne mulls suing the school rather than take a settlement; and Chris is criticized during a protest at Marshall High School over the suspension of three Hispanic students for fighting with an African-American teen who was not punished at all.More
Anne's medical history is made public by an anonymous online poster in an effort to shame her, prompting Sebastian to reach out to her again. Meanwhile, Taylor's emotional state continues to deteriorate to a level from which he may not recover; Evy's father receives a settlement offer from Leslie; and Eric turns to a stranger for comfort.More
Leslie's job is in jeopardy in the aftermath of the tragic loss of one of Leyland's own. Meanwhile, Curt thinks his estranged wife has run off with their son Peter; Dan is shocked by Becca's confession; and Sebastian wants to help Anne get revenge on the people responsible for Taylor's condition.More
The aftermath of the murder of a Leyland student changes the entire community's perceptions of the events since Eric and Taylor's encounter. Meanwhile, Sebastian goes after Leyland by posting damaging material online, forcing Leslie into a defensive position; leaked information could hurt Kevin and Becca; and Chris is grilled by a school review board at Marshall High.More
In the Season 2 finale, Sebastian is blindsided when he learns that someone else is releasing damaging information about Leyland families. Meanwhile, Becca's arrest for delivering drugs to Taylor on the day of the murder has her parents reeling; Michael takes drastic action to protect Kevin; and Chris mulls his future at Marshall High.More
American Crime: Season 2 Trailers & Photos
Tv Season Info
The second season of American Crime is set in the U.S. Midwest -- representative of the canvas that is America -- at two high schools, one public and one private. Issues of sexual orientation and socioeconomic disparity come to a boil when lurid photos of a high school boy, Taylor Blaine, are posted on social media following a school party. Circumstances become more complicated when Taylor accuses two players on an elite private high school's championship basketball team, Kevin LaCroix and Eric … More
| Genre: | Drama |
| Network: | ABC |
| Premiere Date: | Jan 6, 2016 |
| Creator: | John Ridley |
| Executive Producers: | John Ridley, Michael McDonald |
Cast
as Barb Hanlon
as Russ Skokie
as Anne Blaine
as Chris Dixon
as Kevin LaCroix
as Taylor Blaine
as Eric Tanner
as Evy Dominguez
as Sebastian De La Torr...
as Terri LaCroix
as Michael LaCroix
as Steph Sullivan
as Rhys Bashir
as Curt Tanner
as Becca Sullivan
as Lilah Tanner
as Monica Salazar
as Javier Dominguez
as Det. Fred Krasno
as LeSean
as Wes
as Det. Ken Williams
as Dr. Lewis
as Charles
as Val Wright
as Cammy Ross
as Sean
as Sean
as Choreographer
as Dominic Calderon
as Dean Hanson
as Dr. Lewis
as Marie Dominguez
as Rob Silverman
as Grace
as Luke
as Mercy
as Ms. Reid
as Sam Phelps
as Nate
as Officer Simmons
as Mateo
as Patty
as Officer Sanders
as 911 Operator
as Eagles Coach
as Vince
as Seth
as Burrows
as Desk Sergeant
as Nikki Bashir
as Dr. Esposito
as Nicholson
as Peter Tanner
as Nicholson
as Olson
as Wayne
as Dante
as O'Brien
as Registration Officer
as Abigail
as Cousens
as Alex
as Interviewee #1
as Citizen
as Gamboa
as AJ
as James
as Carl
as Carla
as Interviewee #2
as Citizen #2
as Arresting Officer #1
as Debra
as Ms. Murray
as O'Brien
as Evans Webb
as Jeff
as Interviewee #3
as Citizen #3
as Molly
as Oriana
as Enraged Driver
as Tre
as Kevin K.
as Arresting Officer #2
as Jose
as Davis
as Det. Rollins
as Interviewee #4
as Interviewee #5
as LeSean's Mother
as Alejandro
as Sarah
as Shepherd
as Lara
as Shaun
as Performance Dancer #...
as Todd
as Thomas
as Jake Marston
as Thompson
as Anderson
as Performance Dancer #...
as Trina
as Assistant
as Mia
as Trina
as Sen. Robert Butler
as Waiter
as McCarthy
as Judge Isaacs
as Performance Dancer #...
as Don Wheeler
as Performance Dancer #...
as Douglas
as Performance Dancer #...
as Officer Wycheck
as Juarez
as Performance Dancer #...
as Rec Center Player #1
as Performance Dancer #...
as Opposing Fan #1
as Opposing Fan #2
as Performance Dancer #...
as Performance Dancer #...
as Opposing Fan #3
as Performance Dancer #...
as Rec Center Player #2
as Choreographer
Episodes
Season 2 of this anthology series is set in Indianapolis and explores accusations of sexual assault involving teens at two different high schools, one public and one private. In the premiere, shocking photos of Taylor are posted on social media, and the coach of a championship basketball team learns that two of his players may be responsible.More
Anne calls 911 to get help for Taylor, but it's not easy getting the authorities to pay attention to the alleged crime. Meanwhile, Leslie makes sure the Leyland School is ready for the impending investigation; Terri has an intervention with Kevin; and Eric's truth comes out.More
A news article goes online describing what happened at the captains' party and naming Kevin as a participant in the alleged assault on Taylor. Meanwhile, Anne is forced to defend herself after the item is published; and new evidence is revealed that paints a murkier picture of what really happened on the night in question.More
Evidence found on Taylor's clothing means the team must prepare for DNA testing, which leads to an agonizing revelation for Eric, while Taylor tries to ease back into a normal life at a local public high school.More
Taylor talks to the police about his actions on the night he was allegedly assaulted after Eric is forced to open up about his sexuality. Meanwhile, Anne tries to process the revelation that Taylor is gay; a decision by detectives indicates that a resolution may be near; and Chris worries that a delicate situation could spiral out of control at Marshall High School.More
Leslie defies the school's lawyer and welcomes Eric back to Leyland, but his return is not a cause for celebration among some of his teammates. Meanwhile, Anne mulls suing the school rather than take a settlement; and Chris is criticized during a protest at Marshall High School over the suspension of three Hispanic students for fighting with an African-American teen who was not punished at all.More
Anne's medical history is made public by an anonymous online poster in an effort to shame her, prompting Sebastian to reach out to her again. Meanwhile, Taylor's emotional state continues to deteriorate to a level from which he may not recover; Evy's father receives a settlement offer from Leslie; and Eric turns to a stranger for comfort.More
Leslie's job is in jeopardy in the aftermath of the tragic loss of one of Leyland's own. Meanwhile, Curt thinks his estranged wife has run off with their son Peter; Dan is shocked by Becca's confession; and Sebastian wants to help Anne get revenge on the people responsible for Taylor's condition.More
The aftermath of the murder of a Leyland student changes the entire community's perceptions of the events since Eric and Taylor's encounter. Meanwhile, Sebastian goes after Leyland by posting damaging material online, forcing Leslie into a defensive position; leaked information could hurt Kevin and Becca; and Chris is grilled by a school review board at Marshall High.More
In the Season 2 finale, Sebastian is blindsided when he learns that someone else is releasing damaging information about Leyland families. Meanwhile, Becca's arrest for delivering drugs to Taylor on the day of the murder has her parents reeling; Michael takes drastic action to protect Kevin; and Chris mulls his future at Marshall High.More
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It's a show that can be difficult to watch but impossible to forget.
American Crime wasn't fun, and it wasn't perfect, either, but it was richly rewarding all the same. I won't easily forget it, and I don't want to, either.
American Crime is easily the best, smartest drama on broadcast TV this season.
One of the best shows on television today, this drama isn't afraid to take on difficult subjects and seriously challenge closed-minded thinking about sexual assault.
In its first episode, season two of American Crime maintains its commitment to shedding light on the subtle and difficult issues of race, class, and sex in modern society, but it remains to be seen if it will continue these successes.
American Crime excels even when -- especially when -- it's dark and hard to watch.
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